Methodology
Coverage first. Price second. Address check last.
The guide separates reported coverage from commercial plan research so an advertised plan is never presented as guaranteed service.
Coverage
We use the FCC Broadband Data Collection availability release dated June 30, 2026. Residential fixed broadband locations are aggregated from Census blocks to 2020 ZIP Code Tabulation Areas. ZCTAs approximate postal ZIP codes.
Plan research
Plans come from official provider pages and broadband labels. Each plan includes a source and verification date. Promotions, taxes, address-specific prices, and eligibility can change.
Ranking
The directional score considers download fit, upload fit, monthly value, advertised price stability, and whether the plan has unlimited data. Affiliate relationships never affect ranking.
Limitations
FCC data is provider-reported. A ZIP match does not guarantee service at a specific building. Every result requires the provider’s final address check.